2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW Z4 (250 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Golf | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
